Course Title

OPHTHALMOLOGY

Summary

This course offers both a comprehensive anatomical overview of the eye as well as an in-depth survey of neuro-opthamology, symptoms, and the latest pharmacological and surgical treatments. A broad selection of diseases are graphically illustrated including conjunctivitis, cataracts, optic neuritis, optic nerve hypoplasia, Horner’s syndrome, and others. Special subjects include ocular pharmacology which discuss proper administration of autonomic and antimicrobial drugs, anti-inflammatory agents, topical anesthetics, osmotic agents, and many others.
All modules are available to veterinarians and licensed,
registered, or certified veterinary technicians.

Due to reduced staffing during the holidays, enrollment in Veterinary Education Online is limited to the following times:

Enrollments received after 12:00 p.m. CT on Wednesday, November 26, will receive enrollment notification by 5:00 p.m. CT on Monday, December 1.

Enrollments received after 12:00 p.m. CT on Tuesday, December 23, will receive enrollment notification by 5:00 p.m. CT on Monday, December 29.

Enrollments received after 12:00 p.m. CT on Monday, December 29, will receive enrollment notification by 5:00 p.m. CT on Wednesday, December 31.

Enrollments received after 12:00 p.m. CT on Wednesday, December 31, will receive enrollment notification by 5:00 p.m. CT on Friday, January 2.

Course Modules

CE Hours

Fees

Ocular Pharmacology

1.5

$50

Neuro-Ophthalmology

1.5

$50

Eyelids and Third Eyelid

1.5

$50

Conjunctiva and Lacrimal System

1

$40

Cornea and Sclera

1

$40

Uveal Tract

0.75

$30

Lens and Cataract

0.75

$30

Canine Glaucoma

0.75

$30

Retina, Vitreous and Optic Nerve

1

$40

Orbit

1

$40

All 10 modules for a reduced fee

10.75

$300

Benefits

Get an intensive overview of ocular anatomy, its physiology and those parts most prone to disease

Gain an in-depth understanding of the disease states and conditions which affect various aspects of an animal’s vision, including position, motility, papillary size, reflexes, eyelid position, closure, lacrimation, and sensation

Learn the latest pharmacological treatments and their proper administration

See the latest surgical techniques for corneal diseases and injury

College of Veterinary MedicineUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign